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14 Jul

Czech Republic to build its first space telescope, Faculty of Science to lead the mission’s scientific programme

The Faculty of Science at Masaryk University is formally launching its formal collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA) on the scientific support of the QUVIK satellite project, which has been approved by the Czech Republic and ESA as an ambitious national scientific mission. The mission aims...

13 Jul

Scientists Discover "Bald Spots" in the Envelope of the Tick-Borne Encephalitis Virus

An international team led by researchers from CEITEC at Masaryk University has, for the first time ever, determined what the tick-borne encephalitis virus actually looks like. This discovery may contribute to the future development of antiviral drugs or vaccines.

13 Jul

Faculty of Science to host international astrophysics conference bringing together scientists from around the world

The Faculty of Science at Masaryk University, in cooperation with the Brno Observatory and Planetarium, will host a prestigious international conference on galaxy clusters this July. Leading experts from around the world will gather to exchange knowledge, foster new collaborations, and address key questions...

8 Jul

Faculty of Science to send a UV telescope into space aboard BrnoSat

The Dean of the Faculty of Science MUNI, Luděk Bláha, has signed the official agreement for the BrnoSat mission, a project in which the faculty plays a major role. As part of the mission, the faculty will contribute a small ultraviolet telescope that will provide unique scientific data from orbit. Alongside...

2 Jul

Botanical garden will be enriched with dozens of aquatic and wetland plant species

A new collection of aquatic and wetland plants will be established at the Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University. Supported by the Community Fund, dozens of native and exotic species will populate the newly renovated ponds. The collection will serve not only visitors but also...

30 Jun

Jana Klánová: Developing International Collaboration Takes a Lot of Time

An interview with Jana Klánová, director of the RECETOX research center at Masaryk University, on the importance of international collaboration in science.

30 Jun

Researchers from the Faculty of Science at Masaryk University Contribute to Discovery of a Young Planetary System with an Unusual Brown Dwarf

Researchers from the Department of Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics at the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University, have contributed to an international study of the young exoplanetary system TOI-201. The discovery provides new insights into the formation and evolution of planetary systems, and the...

26 Jun

Michal Novotný, a graduate of Environment and Health who represents the Czech Republic at the UN-Habitat

“What I find most interesting is shaping the mandate. We discuss prioritiesfor different countries and regions. That’s how we determine what UNEP and UN-Habitat will be doing in the coming years,” says Michal Novotný. In the interview, he describes what it’s like working at the Embassy in Nairobi, how...

23 Jun

Introducing the Junior Faculty

The Faculty of Science at Masaryk University is establishing the Junior Faculty – a community that connects early career independent researchers and academics across disciplines. We spoke with representatives of its preparatory team about why the initiative was created, who it is intended for, and its...

22 Jun

Final results of elections to the Academic Senate of the Faculty of Science of Masaryk University 2026-29

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19 Jun

How to Teach Better, Keep Up with Technology, and Stay Motivated

The Forum for Quality Teaching, organized by Masaryk University’s Center for the Development of Pedagogical Competencies (CERPEK), aims to support, inspire, and connect educators who strive for high-quality and innovative teaching. Congratulations to our faculty members Olga Rotreklová, Jan Sychr (Department...

19 Jun

22nd RECETOX Summer School strengthened international expertise in chemical monitoring and risk assessment

Summer School took place at the RECETOX facilities at the Masaryk University Bohunice campus and brought together experts, researchers, and young professionals from different countries. The programme consisted of two complementary modules addressing key topics related to the assessment and management...